Neo4j version 1.0 has been released, marking a significant milestone in the development of the graph database platform. The release is accompanied by various news articles and blog posts that provide insights into how to get started with Neo4j. The distribution is available as binary and source packages from the downloads page, allowing users to easily access and start using the software. Additionally, there are pointers to relevant resources such as InfoWorld article and MyNoSQL blog post that discuss the potential of graph databases in social networks and provide a taste of graph databases with Neo4j. A Neo4j plugin for Griffon has also been created, along with a sample application, further demonstrating the platform's capabilities. Users are encouraged to provide feedback through the mailing list or Twitter, and those interested in learning more about graph databases can download a free copy of O'Reilly's Graph Databases ebook.